Sarkisian advocates for Ohio State's recognition after narrow loss at Texas

Texas coach Steve Sarkisian expressed hope that the College Football Playoff (CFP) committee does not penalize Ohio State for their 24-23 loss during a closely contested game in Austin on September 14, 2026. After his own experience with a challenging loss in the past, Sarkisian argues that Ohio State's effort in a difficult environment should be acknowledged. He emphasized the importance of rewarding teams for strong non-conference matchups, suggesting that failing to do so could discourage such scheduling in the future. The Buckeyes are still facing a challenging season ahead with tough upcoming opponents, and the implications of this loss on their playoff hopes remain significant.

• 7:54 PMCBS Sports — Steve Sarkisian urges CFP committee not to punish Ohio State for loss at Texas